As part of the Agri$-$Energy Connect Platform project, you are tasked to develop a prototype web application using Visual Studio and C#$.$

This prototype is a crucial component of your proposal and should demonstrate a functional model of the intended final product.

Detailed Prototype Functionality Requirements:

$1.$ Database Development and Integration:

$*$Design and integrate a relational database to manage information about farmers and their products.

$*$Populate the database with sample data to simulate real$-$world scenarios, ensuring the demonstration is robust and comprehensive.

$2.$ User Role Definition and Authentication System:

$$ Develop two distinct user roles within the system:

o Farmer: Can add products to their profile and view their own product listings.

Employee: Can add new farmer profiles, view all products from specific farmers, and use

filters for product searching.

$$ Implement secure login functionality with authentication mechanisms to protect user data and ensure role$-$specific access.

$3.$ Functional Features for Farmers and Employees:

For Farmers:

$$ Enable product addition feature where farmers can add new products with details like name, category, and production date.

For Employees:

Functionality to add new farmer profiles with essential details.

Capability to view and filter a comprehensive list of products from any farmer based on criteria such as date range and product type.

$4.$ User Interface Design and Usability:

$*$Focus on creating a user$-$friendly interface with intuitive navigation and clear layout.

$*$Implement responsive design for accessibility on various devices $($desktops$,$ tablets, smartphones$)$

$*$Ensure data presentation is clear and accurate, avoiding any ambiguity or errors.

$5.$ Data Accuracy and Validation:

Incorporate data validation checks to maintain the accuracy and consistency of the

information entered into the system.

Implement error$-$handling mechanisms to prevent system crashes and data corruption.

$6.$ Development Process and Testing:

$*$Develop the prototype iteratively, testing each functionality as it is implemented.

$*$Conduct user experience $($UX$)$ testing with sample users $($if possible$)$ to gather feedback on the usability and effectiveness of the interface.

$7.$ Documentation and Readme File:

$*$Create a comprehensive readme file detailing:

$*$Step$-$by$-$step instructions for setting up the development environment.

$*$Detailed guidelines on how to build and run the prototype.

$*$Explanation of the system's functionalities and user roles.

$*$The readme file should be written in clear, concise language, making it accessible for technical and non$-$technical stakeholders.

$8.$ Submission Package:

$*$Compile all source code, database scripts, and additional resources into a zip file.

$*$Include the readme file within this package for easy access and guidance.

$*$The submission should represent a complete, functional prototype that aligns with the project's objectives and$$requirements$.$